Karnataka HC orders inquiry into Medical Record Tampering in Assault Case

However, dissatisfied with this report, Manjunath travelled to Davanagere and underwent another medical examination at Chigateri District Hospital. This second report reportedly presented a different assessment of his injuries.

Justice M. Nagaprasanna, in his order, stated that a radiologist, tampered with the medico-legal case X-ray report, while the on-duty doctor issued a false wound certificate and submitted an affidavit to the high court that was evidently inconsistent with the records. He stressed that such actions cannot be overlooked, as they not only threaten the credibility of the healthcare system but also risk encouraging unethical practices if left unchecked.

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According to TOI, "The X-ray report, on the face of it, is a fabricated, forged, and tampered document. The X-ray initially conducted is struck off, and an X-ray of the nasal bone is indicated," the judge further noted. The earlier wound certificate was issued by Dr JM Preethi, a specialist working in Bhadravathi taluk hospital, who examined Manjunath about 12-14 hours earlier, stating that his injuries were simple in nature, the judge further pointed out in his order.

The next hearing in the case is scheduled for March 28, 2025, when further action will be decided.